JessEm Wood Sabre II Marking Gauge

Precision Layout Starts Here

Achieve exceptional accuracy with the JessEm Wood Sabre II Marking Gauge, engineered for woodworkers who demand precision, repeatability, and uncompromising quality. Whether you're laying out dovetails, mortises, tenons, joinery, or fine furniture projects, the Wood Sabre II delivers crisp, consistent marking lines that elevate every project.

Precision-machined from stainless steel and anodized 6061 aluminum, the Wood Sabre II is built for years of dependable performance in the workshop. Its signature sabre-inspired body provides exceptional balance and control, while the precision-ground A2 tool steel cutter slices cleanly through wood fibers for accurate, tear-out-free layout lines.

Designed with micro-adjustability, an oversized reference face, and a retractable cutting blade, every feature is engineered to make accurate layout work faster, easier, and more repeatable.

Why Choose the Wood Sabre II?

• Precision layout for fine woodworking and joinery
• Ultra-fine micro adjustments for exceptional accuracy
• Large stainless steel reference face for maximum stability
• Premium A2 tool steel cutter for crisp marking lines
• Durable stainless steel and anodized aluminum construction
• Designed and precision-calibrated in Canada

Key Features

Premium Stainless Steel & Aluminum Construction

Manufactured from stainless steel and 6061 anodized aluminum, the Wood Sabre II combines exceptional durability with smooth operation for years of dependable workshop use.

Precision A2 Tool Steel Cutter

The precision-ground A2 tool steel blade is hardened to 60 RC and features a beveled cutting edge that cleanly severs wood fibers, producing crisp, highly visible layout lines with outstanding accuracy.

Retractable Blade Design

For added safety and blade protection, the cutter retracts below the reference face when not in use, helping preserve the cutting edge while protecting your workbench.

Oversized Reference Face

A nearly 2¾-inch stainless steel reference face provides exceptional stability against your workpiece, helping maintain consistent registration and accurate layout on every pass.

Precision Micro Adjustment

The integrated micro-adjustment mechanism advances 1/32" per revolution, while the graduated adjustment collar allows precise adjustments down to 1/256" for incredibly accurate layout work.

Easy-to-Read Sight Window

A precision indexing window with laser-engraved 1/32-inch graduations makes adjustments fast, accurate, and easy to read.

Secure Locking System

A precision stainless steel locking knob firmly secures your setting, ensuring repeatable measurements throughout your project.

Precision Calibrated in Canada

Every Wood Sabre II is carefully assembled, calibrated, and inspected at JessEm's Canadian manufacturing facility to ensure the accuracy and quality professionals expect.

Perfect For:

The Wood Sabre II is ideal for:

• Dovetails
• Mortise & tenon joinery
• Cabinet making
• Furniture building
• Fine woodworking
• Hand tool woodworking
• Precision layout work
• Joinery layout
• Custom woodworking projects

Built for Accuracy. Designed to Last.

From heirloom furniture to everyday woodworking projects, the JessEm Wood Sabre II Marking Gauge delivers the precision, durability, and repeatability that serious woodworkers rely on. Built with premium materials and engineered to exacting standards, it's the layout tool you'll reach for on every project.

Technical Specifications

• Marking Range: 0"–6"
• Body Material: 6061 Anodized Aluminum
• Reference Face: Stainless Steel
• Cutter Material: A2 Tool Steel
• Blade Hardness: 60 RC
• Micro Adjustment: 1/32" per revolution
• Fine Adjustment Resolution: 1/256"
• Laser-Engraved Graduations
• Retractable Cutter Design

Due to the ongoing tariff negotiations between USA and China over the sale of rare earth magnets, we will not be including any rare earth magnets in our tool holders or products for the foreseeable future.

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